I'm going to be getting a set of springs from an MCS since I have a MC with standard springs. I want to try to install them myself, but this is my first car and first mod, so just in case. Does anybody know of a good mechanic i can go to for the install that doesn't charge much since i'm quite broke?

 

Where do you live????

 

I can't recommend a mechanic, but I recommend this tool for disasembling the front struts:



It's a spark plug socket, a cut-off allen wrench, a socket and a box end wrench.

Also, heavy duty tie down straps work great for compressing springs.

 

I live in skokie. I was hoping to be able to rent spring compressors from a local auto store.

and, what the heck is that, did you make that tool or what?

 

If you feel like coming down to Indy.. we've got our very own MINI pro down here. Doing alll the work on my car and quite a few others around here. Good stuff

 

I don't trust the spring compressors with the metal fingers. Tie-down straps have worked well for me.

That tool was the best way I could figure out to loosen the nut onthe top of the strut.

 

Your spring are in Fedex to you. Check your pm for tracking info.

Enjoy them

Earl

 

ahh.. a great MINI NAM member. Thanks lots for the springs, too bad I can't go over there and have lunch with you.

now just the matter of getting the springs installed. I sure hope I can, so as not to waste your time or money.